defender

Example Sentences

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In making his argument to dismiss the case, Samuel Cross, a deputy federal public defender, said he was quoting the judge in calling it “amateur hour at the U.S. attorney’s office.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Cross, the deputy public defender representing Escobar, said the new evidence changed the view of the case and how they would have prepared for trial.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Since making his debut for Arsenal six years ago, no top-flight defender has more goals than the 20 he's scored.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Arsenal are leading the way in the title race and should they win, the likes of defender Gabriel and midfelder Declan Rice will surely be in contention.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Parry: Well, I’ve been a public defender here for a little under four years, and in just four years I’ve seen the type of violence increase and the amount of violence increase.

From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones